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18 | SIGNATURE MONTANA "ey actually change color with the light," Stuff said of the copper penny accents. "ey go darker in some light and shiny in others." e towers contain open staircases surrounded by stacks of windows, which are particularly striking when illuminated at night. e interior opens into a sprawling, two-story atrium accented by a flood of natural light and a towering, floor-to-ceiling ledgestone fireplace. Views from the upper floors highlight the scenic beauty of the surrounding area – bringing nature inside and weaving Montana's agricultural and outdoor lifestyles with the efficiency and functionality of modern banking. A longhorn skull from a 12-year-old bull raised on Simonson's brother's ranch near Whitewater takes center stage above the fireplace's mantle. "e whole building just feels very peaceful, especially with such scenic surroundings," Simonson said. One of the bank's primary goals was to establish a branch that didn't match the traditional bank model. "We wanted it to feel very modern and open and homey – a place that was warm, inviting, and welcoming," Christopher said. "We wanted people to feel like they could come in not just to bank but feel comfortable enough to sit and hang out, too." Modern disc lights cast a warm glow on the teller pods. Elegant copper-hued furniture exudes elegance without sacrificing comfort. Walk the upper level of the atrium for the most impressive views of the riverfront.